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Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!  

2026-02-16T22:43:05-07:00

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!    Having lived in New England for a few years, when I think of fall, I think of this visual. However, living in Oakland, California,

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!  2026-02-16T22:43:05-07:00

March Is Nutrition Month

2026-02-16T21:54:34-07:00

Looking forward to spring and all of the wonderful produce that it brings, I cannot think of a better month for nutrition month. And to celebrate, we are kicking off the month with...rhubarb? Yes, rhubarb!

March Is Nutrition Month2026-02-16T21:54:34-07:00

D is for Diet

2026-02-16T21:54:34-07:00

  A diet should not be a temporary solution or a means to an end. A diet should not severely cut calories or entire food groups. A diet should not be a Band Aid. A

D is for Diet2026-02-16T21:54:34-07:00

Day 2 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-02-16T16:35:58-07:00

Minestrone Soup is warming and hearty. Change up the veggies to meet the season, you tastes or what you have on hand. Add beans for a complete one bowl meal. Buon appetito!

Day 2 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-02-16T16:35:58-07:00

Day 8 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-02-16T16:16:20-07:00

Today is sea veggie day (at least in my world). The always over-looked-yet-so-good-for-you veggie group. Full of vitamins and minerals, they are low calorie and high fiber. Add kombu to your bean recipes to enhance

Day 8 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-02-16T16:16:20-07:00

The Humble Collard Green

2026-02-16T14:27:56-07:00

Today we have a beautiful rain storm here and we are so happy for it. And since the trees still have their winter look, a warm dish for dinner is the plan. A few years

The Humble Collard Green2026-02-16T14:27:56-07:00